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- Title
Creating a framework for an integrated novel ultrasound clinic for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease.
- Authors
Armstrong, Paul R; Shé, Éidín Ní
- Abstract
This article aimed to identify common themes of successful initiatives in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease that have contributed to improved patient-reported outcomes. The purpose of this was to devise a framework of change and implementation for a novel pilot clinic using transient elastography, a type of liver ultrasound. The clinic was designed to link hospital and community care, in line with Ireland's Sláintecare policy. The authors conducted a systematic review of the literature to find relevant publications assessing patient-reported outcomes in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease. A total of 16 papers were identified, with analysis demonstrating four common themes: characteristics of a positive experience; personalised care; interaction with healthcare providers; and service delivery. Findings of the review and meta-synthesis of qualitative research projects were used to create a blueprint for a pilot transient elastography clinic pathway. This innovation emphasises the importance of integrated care from community to hospital and could have a key role in the future of healthcare in Ireland.
- Subjects
NON-alcoholic fatty liver disease; CROSS-sectional method; ACADEMIC medical centers; CIRRHOSIS of the liver; QUALITATIVE research; ULTRASONIC imaging; LIVER diseases; SYSTEMATIC reviews; THEMATIC analysis; SURVEYS; CONCEPTUAL structures; PUBLIC health; HEALTH outcome assessment
- Publication
British Journal of Healthcare Management, 2024, Vol 30, Issue 6, p1
- ISSN
1358-0574
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.12968/bjhc.2023.0037